Since 1998 the John Deere 7-Iron™ mower deck has demonstrated commercial quality, performance, and durability. The 7-Iron PRO, Fastback™, and V-Flex mower decks deliver an even higher-quality cut in even more diverse conditions.

1580 Front Mower

1585 Front Mower

TerrainCut Commercial Mower Compatibility

Mower Deck

1550

1570

1575

1580

1585

60-in. (152-cm) 7-Iron PRO Side-Discharge Mower Deck

X

X

X*

X*

X*

62-in. (157-cm) Fastback Rear-Discharge Mower Deck

X

X

X

X

X

72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron PRO Side-Discharge Mower Deck

X

X

X

X

X

72-in. (183-cm) Fastback Rear-Discharge Mower Deck

X

X

X

X

X

72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Side Discharge Mower Deck

X

X

X

X

Rear weights (R66949) are required based on machine configuration. Must also order TCB10303, rear weight mounting bracket.

*Mower deck offset for trimming capability. Vehicle track width is 2 in. (5.1 cm) wider on the discharge side of deck. This may cause the tire to drive over uncut grass on discharge side of deck.

NOTE: These mower decks will not retrofit to F900 Series or F1145 Front Mowers.

Rotate for Service (RFS™)

Mower deck showing RFS feature

Rotate for Service (RFS) feature provides access for cleaning and maintenance of the mower decks:

The rotation angle will vary depending on deck size and power unit tire size.

No tools are required to access belts.

The underside of the mower deck is easy to access.

Easy on/off design simplifies installing and removing mower decks.

Top, greaseable spindles can be accessed without removing belt covers.

The Rotate for Service position also reduces the length of the machine for trailering.

Certification

TerrainCut Front Mowers comply with ANSI B71.4 safety certification.

Heavy-duty blade spindles

Cast-iron spindle housing

Cast-iron spindle housing

The mower spindle housings are made of ductile cast iron, except for the 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Side-Discharge Mower Deck, which has an aluminum center spindle housing and cast-iron gearboxes to drive the outer blades.

72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Commercial Side Discharge Mower Deck

The 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Mower Deck is suitable for those who need a rotary deck capable of following the undulations and mounding in rough or uneven areas:

Golf courses

Sports facilities

Parks and recreation facilities

Municipalities

The V-Flex deck is constructed of 7-gauge, 0.179-in. (4.6-mm) steel:

Added strength to stand up to the demanding uses on the golf course.

The deck has a patented vertical belt drive system, which allows for the deck to articulate 20 degrees above and below center. This design also allows for belts to stay clean and prevents the belt from stretching and twisting when flexing.

Mower deck specifications

60-in. (152-cm) 7-Iron PRO Side-Discharge

62-in. (157-cm) Fastback Rear-Discharge

72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron PRO Side-Discharge

72-in. (183-cm) Fastback Rear-Discharge

72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron V-Flex Side-Discharge

Gauge (thickness)

7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm)

7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm)

7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm)

7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm)

7 gauge, 0.179 in. (4.6 mm)

Cutting height

1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm)

1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm)

1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm)

1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm)

1 to 6 in. (2.5 to 15.2 cm)

Caster wheel type

Semi-pneumatic

Semi-pneumatic

Semi-pneumatic

Semi-pneumatic

Pneumatic

Gauge wheels

Yes, front and rear

Yes, front and rear

Yes, front and rear

Yes, front and rear

Yes, front and rear

Deck oscillation relative to ground plane

+/- 15 degrees

+/- 15 degrees

+/- 15 degrees

+/- 15 degrees

+/- 15 degrees

Lateral deck tilt

+/- 8 degrees

+/- 8 degrees

+/- 8 degrees

+/- 8 degrees

+/- 8 degrees

Deck installed at factory

No

No

No

No

No

Time required for one person to install or remove deck (without tools)

Allows the operator to select between on-demand or full-time four-wheel drive (4WD) on 1550, 1570, and 1575 models (factory-installed option on 1550 and 1570)

Allows the operator to select between on-demand or full-time four-wheel drive (4WD) and full-time two-wheel drive (2WD) on 1580 and 1585 models

Electronic cruise control (optional):

Beneficial when mowing open areas or when transporting

Lift-control lever is conveniently located, within easy reach of the operator's right hand.

1585 shown with control levers for double-spool auxiliary hydraulic kit

Two-speed transaxle shift lever is standard on 1580 and 1585.

Safety starting system helps protect the operator and others

1550 mowing grass

1550 mowing grass

TerrainCut™ Front Mowers have an operator-presence system.

To start the engine the following conditions must be met:

Master brake must be depressed or the parking brake locked; the hydrostatic foot controls will then be in the neutral position.

PTO must be disengaged

Ignition key must be used.

In addition, once the engine is running, an interlock automatically shuts the engine and PTO off if the operator leaves the seat. To keep the engine running, the operator must disengage the PTO and set the parking brake before dismounting.

Tilt steering and headlights are standard equipment to reduce cost

Three-piece steering column

The three-piece steering column provides the following:

Easy access to the steering valve and electrical components

Better fit-up and appearance

Easy adjustment to accommodate all operators

Standard 50-W halogen headlights

Tilt steering

Tilt steering column

Tilt steering column allows the operator to adjust to the most comfortable position:

Allows additional clearance for platform entry and exit

Over 15 in. (38.1 cm) of travel

Works in conjunction with the seat to accommodate all operators, regardless of size

Brakes and differential lock are convenient to use for maximum productivity

Wet-disk brakes/differential lock

Wet-disk brakes are standard equipment:

Provide positive stopping power and long life

Require minimal adjustment

Individual turn brakes are located on left side of platform

The differential lock is also included as standard equipment:

Locks both front drive wheels together for extra traction, when needed

Conveniently located pedal to allow the operator to engage the differential lock with the left foot while maintaining speed and direction (forward or reverse) with the right foot

12-V power outlet is convenient to use

12-V power outlet

The 12-V power outlet can be used to recharge radios and cell phones, popular tools used by commercial cutters.

The hood can be totally removed, if necessary. The seat flips forward for access to air filter, fuse bank, engine oil dipstick, and front of engine.

Condenser release knob

Condenser tilted back to permit cleaning

Easy-to-turn knobs are provided to release the air conditioning condenser (1575 and 1585 only) and fuel and hydraulic oil coolers so they can be tilted back to permit thorough cleaning between them and the engine coolant radiator.

Foot platform access panel

Removable foot platform

The panel on the foot platform can be removed for access to the transaxle, PTO shaft, and most linkages.

Easy-to-read daily service decal is located on the bottom of the foot platform panel:

Provides access to easily hook up driveshaft when changing implements

Makes it more likely service will be performed at the optimum time, thus ensuring the highest level of performance and uptime

Panel on foot platform removed

Removal of the foot platform gives convenient access to the driveshaft that powers the mower deck, snow blower and rotary broom:

Helps make changing from one front implement to another easier and more convenient

Hydraulic hoses have reusable O-ring seal (ORS) fittings:

ORS fittings seal at a lower torque to prevent leaks.

Fittings can be removed from a damaged hose and installed on another hose.

Downtime and cost for repairs are reduced considerably.

Rotate For Service™ (RFS) feature shown

RFS service lockout latch

RFS feature provides access for cleaning and maintenance of the mower decks:

The service-latch pin allows mower deck to lock into position to ensure deck is held in position for cleaning or service.

The top-greaseable spindle grease fittings can be accessed without removing the belt covers.

Trailering features are included to reduce the time and cost to move equipment

1550 TerrainCut™ Front Mower

1570 Front Mower with deck raised

Trailering features are designed-in for convenience:

Designed-in trailer tie-downs are located at the front and rear of the machine.

¹Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between 01 May 2020 to 06 July 2020. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial, for commercial use only. Down payment may be required. Average down payment is 10%. Taxes, freight, setup and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Available at participating U.S. dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Offer available on new equipment and in the U.S. only. Prices and savings in U.S. dollars.

²Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between 01 May 2020 to 06 July 2020. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial, for commercial use only. Down payment may be required. Average down payment is 10%. Taxes, freight, setup and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Available at participating U.S. dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Offer available on new equipment and in the U.S. only. Prices and savings in U.S. dollars.

³Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between 01 May 2020 to 06 July 2020. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial, for commercial use only. Down payment may be required. Average down payment is 10%. Taxes, freight, setup and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Available at participating U.S. dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Offer available on new equipment and in the U.S. only. Prices and savings in U.S. dollars.

⁴Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between 01 May 2020 to 06 July 2020. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial, for commercial use only. Down payment may be required. Average down payment is 10%. Taxes, freight, setup and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Available at participating U.S. dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Offer available on new equipment and in the U.S. only. Prices and savings in U.S. dollars.

⁵Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between 01 May 2020 to 06 July 2020. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial, for commercial use only. Down payment may be required. Average down payment is 10%. 3.9% APR is for up to 60 months commercial use/72 months residential use only. Taxes, freight, setup and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Available at participating U.S. dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Offer available on new equipment and in the U.S. only. Prices and savings in U.S. dollars.

⁶Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between 01 May 2020 to 06 July 2020 and is subject to approval by John Deere Financial. Taxes, freight, setup and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Payments may vary based upon the end of lease term purchase option price and length of lease term. Not available for consumer use. Available at participating U.S. dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Offer available on new equipment and in the U.S. only. Prices and savings in U.S. dollars.

Accessories and Attachments

Auxiliary Hydraulics

The hydraulic weight transfer attachment allows transferring weight of an implement to drive wheels for improved traction in slippery or hilly areas. The hydraulic weight transfer adjustment wheel is located on the control panel to the right of the operator for easy use. It is adjustable from full-off to full-on while on the go.

Engine

John Deere engineering has tested the long-term effects of biodiesel fuel and fuel blends on product performance and durability extensively. Biodiesel conversion kits are now available for select John Deere professional mowing products.

Products:

1600 Series II Wide-Area Mower

What is biodiesel?

Biodiesel is an alternative fuel source produced from natural substances (such as regional corn crops), which is both biodegradable and environmentally sustainable. Typical blends of biodiesel fuel include B2, B5, B10, or B20. The B factor states the amount of biodiesel in any fuel mix; fuel containing 20 percent biodiesel is labeled B20.

Can biodiesel be used in standard diesel engines?

Diesel engines require a few modifications to run on biodiesel fuel blends:

The biodiesel must meet the minimum specifications for the country in which they are used and should only be purchased from recognized and authorized diesel fuel suppliers.

In Europe, biodiesel fuels must comply with the European Standard EN14214.

In the United States, biodiesel fuels must comply with the American Standard ASTM D-6751.

Biodiesel gels in cold conditions, similar to petroleum diesel fuel. Higher biodiesel blends typically gel faster, although biodiesel blends up to B20 require the same fuel management as petroleum diesel.

Known issues

While there are many advantages of biodiesel, be aware of some potential concerns:

At temperatures below approximately 41°F (5°C) ambient temperature, a fuel heater may be required. Higher-viscosity fuel, from cold temperatures, may result in fuel-delivery problems such as injection pump seizure and/or poor injection nozzle spray atomization.

John Deere recommends using only the fuel hoses listed in the parts catalog for the machine being repaired or serviced. Use of other hoses from different applications within John Deere or from outside hose suppliers may not be compatible with biodiesel fuels.

Biodiesel fuels should be purchased only from recognized and authorized diesel fuel suppliers.

Even biodiesel fuels that comply with a suitable standard as delivered require additional care and attention to maintain the quality of the fuel in the equipment or other fuel tanks. It is important to maintain a supply of clean, fresh fuel.

National Biodiesel Board's direct phone number is: 1-800-841-5849. The National Biodiesel Board (NBB) is the national trade association representing the biodiesel industry as the coordinating body for research and development in the United States. The NBB Web site is www.biodiesel.org.

John Deere continues to monitor available information on biodiesel products. Future testing of different fuels may be done as their popularity increases.

Painted surfaces may be damaged by biodiesel fuel/blend contact.

Any on-site fuel tank must be equipped with a ten micron (or finer) filter.

To maintain fuel quality, no more than three months fuel supply should be kept on-site.

All seals, hoses, gaskets, and wire coats must be monitored as they may swell, crack, or become tacky over time.

Following the conversion of a unit that has previously run on petroleum/diesel-based fuel, one or two instances of premature fuel filter plugging can be expected; this is caused by the dissolution and washing of fuel deposits into the filter and is considered normal.

Aging and oxidation lead to increased acids and the formation of gum that may plug the filters.

Biodiesel should not be left in the system. If product is going to be stored more than three months, drain the fuel tank and lines to the engine, put in a sufficient quantity of petroleum diesel fuel, and purge the engine of all biodiesel.

Hydraulics

Lighting

This light is required by some governmental agencies and on some worksites. It provides increased visibility of the unit when in operation and mounts to the top of the rollover protective structure (ROPS).

NOTE: The beacon light mounts to the top right ROPS tube on two-post ROPS and four-post ROPS assemblies.

Miscellaneous

Front tie-down brackets provides great locations to secure a front mower when hauling. The tie-downs are left- and right-hand, mounted to the lift-arm receivers. They are designed specifically for the John Deere 1500 Series TerrainCut™ Front Mowers. Tie-downs are useful for any hauling application to make securing the vehicle easier and better:

TCU38441 left-hand front tie-down bracket

TCU38442 right-hand front tie-down bracket

Key features include:

Constructed with 0.25-in. (6.4-mm) A36 steel plate

Designed specifically for the John Deere 1500 Series TerrainCut Front Mowers

Front tie-down brackets provides great locations to secure a front mower when hauling. The tie-downs are left- and right-hand, mounted to the lift-arm receivers. They are designed specifically for the John Deere 1500 Series TerrainCut™ Front Mowers. Tie-downs are useful for any hauling application to make securing the vehicle easier and better:

TCU38441 left-hand front tie-down bracket

TCU38442 right-hand front tie-down bracket

Key features include:

Constructed with 0.25-in. (6.4-mm) A36 steel plate

Designed specifically for the John Deere 1500 Series TerrainCut Front Mowers

This vehicle enclosure kit limits the amount of debris buildup around the transmission and engine, making daily maintenance and service fast and easy.

The vehicle enclosure kit is shipped with a 62-in. (157-cm) or 72-in. (183-cm) rear-discharge deck from the factory as standard equipment and is dealer installed. It may be ordered as an attachment for 62-in. (157-cm) or 72-in. (183-cm) 7-Iron™ PRO Commercial Side-Discharge Decks.

Reviews

Rating Snapshot

doesn"t disappoint

5/5

does a great job mowing. had my 725 for 18 years. expect the same longevity from my 1550. got the 62" rear discharge deck. no more grss blowing in my face.
only two negative issues.
fine grass finds its way onto the radiator. so be prepared to clean routinely
the deck leaves wind rows, but i fixed as follows. removed rear scalp wheels. cut out the mouting metal for thosed wheels. next you have to cut down center plate. the opening is way to small. i also cut the right most piece out and reattached to push grass more to center. now it cuts like a champ

Pros

its all good. glad i spent the extra money

Cons

sjliske

From: beaucoup, illinois

Length of Ownership: 1yearOrLonger

Usage Frequency: Weekly

Level of Expertise: Expert

VALUE5

QUALITY2

EASE OF USE5

Sweet Mower

5/5

Its like mowing with a Cadillac. High quality cut, and easy on the mow guy!